Real information, no fluff. Barry has been through it too and he is here to guide you every step of the way.
Learn the hospital bag essentials for bariatric surgery to prepare for your stay. Pack smart with Barry’s advice.
6 min read → Before surgeryA 4-week pre-op nutrition plan to prepare your body and mind before bariatric surgery. Includes practical tips for…
7 min read → Before surgeryThe duodenal switch is a complex bariatric procedure. Learn how it works, what to expect, and why it…
6 min read → Before surgeryI remember standing in my surgeon’s office, staring at an information leaflet with two options on it. Gastric…
6 min read →Great hot or cold, and brilliant for batch-prepping breakfasts or lunches for the week ahead.
35 mins → Puree StageThis one sneaks in some greens without any fuss. Mild, creamy, and easy on a sensitive stomach.
13 mins → Soft Foods StageSmall, soft, and packed with flavour. These are a real favourite in my house.
40 mins → Soft Foods StageAll the comfort of a Sunday classic, just in a smaller, softer, more manageable form.
50 mins →Nausea and vomiting are common in early recovery. Learn practical ways to manage them and feel better.
7 min read → Early recoveryLearn how to achieve portion size mastery after bariatric surgery with practical tips and real-life examples. Regain control…
8 min read → Early recoveryBariatric vitamins are essential for your recovery. Learn why they matter and how to take them properly.
6 min read → Early recoveryNavigate post-surgery recovery in the first 72 hours with practical insights and honest advice. Learn what to expect…
6 min read →This one always feels like a proper meal, even though it's still nice and gentle on your stomach.
35 mins → Puree StageOily fish is brilliant for you, and this one blends up softer and smoother than you'd expect. Don't…
17 mins → Puree StageA little heartier than some of the others, this one's great for when you fancy something that tastes…
40 mins → Soft Foods StageStill one of my go-to breakfasts even now. Soft, quick, and a proper protein start to the day.
8 mins →Bariatric surgery can lead to transfer addiction in areas like alcohol, shopping or gambling. Learn how to spot…
7 min read → Long-term lifeHair loss after surgery catches you completely off guard. You hear it mentioned in appointments, but it doesn’t…
6 min read → Long-term lifeA food tracker feels like a small thing at first. You open an app, type in what you…
5 min read → Long-term lifeThe gastric stall catches people completely off guard. You’re losing weight fast, the scale is moving almost every…
6 min read →Light but still properly filling thanks to the prawns. A good one when you fancy something a bit…
20 mins → Normal Eating StageOne tray, minimal washing up, and a proper balanced dinner. A weeknight favourite of mine.
40 mins → Normal Eating StageBig batch, freezer-friendly, and full of flavour. One of my most-cooked recipes since surgery.
45 mins → Normal Eating StageA proper plate of food that doesn't feel like diet food at all. This is one I make…
35 mins →People say the wrong thing all the time. Usually with the best intentions in the world. If someone…
4 min read → Supporting someoneIf you share a home with someone who’s had bariatric surgery, mealtimes have changed. Whether you do most…
5 min read → Supporting someoneIf someone’s asked you to come with them to a bariatric appointment, that’s not a small thing. They’re…
5 min read →Oily fish is brilliant for you, and this one blends up softer and smoother than you'd expect. Don't…
17 mins → Puree StageLean turkey and sweet potato make a gentle, mildly sweet combination that goes down easily and keeps you…
35 mins → Soft Foods StageSmall, soft, and packed with flavour. These are a real favourite in my house.
40 mins → Puree StageThis one's got a lovely natural sweetness to it, and lentils are a sneaky little protein booster that…
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